Congregate Care Services

The Arizona Master Agreement CTR071423 is an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) for Congregate Care Services designed to provide comprehensive residential placement and support for children under the care of the Arizona Department of Child Safety (ADCS) and the Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections (ADJC). The contract enables the procurement of group home residential services across multiple specialized categories, including standard residential placements, LGBTQIA+ youth services, sibling group care, sexually maladaptive behavior interventions, and teen parent support. Daily rates range from $149 to $200 per child, with additional provisions for medically complex services at $35 per day and potential placement stabilization incentives of $1,000 per child after 90 days in a consistent placement.

The prime contractor for this IDV is Empowerment Life Services LLC, with the Arizona Department of Child Safety serving as the lead contracting organization. The contract's initial term is one year, with potential extensions up to a total of five years, and covers statewide services in Arizona. The contract type is a Master Agreement, effective from June 1, 2024, to May 31, 2025, with specific provisions for residential group care facilities like Amethyst House and Jasper House. These facilities are licensed to serve males and females aged 5-17, with a total combined capacity of 20 beds, and include comprehensive requirements for background checks, drug testing, and adherence to state child welfare regulations.